1980 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 268 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
