1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Forte |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |