1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 312 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Cortina 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Cortina | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Forte |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |