1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Forte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
