1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Hit | Forte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
