1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
