1986 AC Ace vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 208 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Ace | Forte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
