1979 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 238 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Capri 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 1979 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Forte |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 990 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |