Asetek Forte vs Invicta: is 27 Nm any use?
797.48 euros for 18 Nm, 1,175.63 euros for 27. The price gap is 32 per cent, the torque gap 50. The question is what nine extra newton-metres are for.
Above 18 Nm, the limit moves from the motor to everything else. The rig has to take the load without flexing, the base mounting has to be flawless, and the driver has to want those forces for an hour-long race. Many owners of very powerful bases drive with the torque turned down in the software, which makes the purchase questionable.
The two models share the Asetek quick release, the warranty and the release year. Moving from one to the other later therefore costs no wheels, which argues for starting with the Forte when in doubt.
| Specification | Asetek ForteAsetek SimSports €797.48 manufacturer price | Asetek InvictaAsetek SimSports €1,175.63 manufacturer price |
|---|---|---|
| Peak torque (Nm) | 18 Nm | 27 Nm (best value) |
Verdict
Choose the Forte in the vast majority of cases, including demanding use. The 378 euro difference pays for a good load cell pedal set, which changes the driving more than torque you end up capping.
Choose the Invicta if you race single-seaters at a high level, on an aluminium profile rig that is already stiff, and if available torque is your current limiting factor.
We have tried neither.