1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 246 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 Fiat 130. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
