1973 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 298 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
| Model | Firenza | Forte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
