1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Alpina B6 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 1993 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B6 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
