1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 129 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 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 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 208 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
