1973 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 339 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P5B | Forte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2649 mm |
