1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 81 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Forte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
