1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2009 Kia Forte

To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Lamborghini Urraco 2009 Kia Forte
Make Lamborghini Kia
Model Urraco Forte
Year Released 1975 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2462 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4529 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2649 mm


 

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