1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Kia Forte

To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 308 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.

Because 1981 Avanti Avanti 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Avanti Avanti 2010 Kia Forte
Make Avanti Kia
Model Avanti Forte
Year Released 1981 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1232 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2649 mm


 

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