1976 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord 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 74 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 348 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Forte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
