1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 2012 Kia Venga

To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 315 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.

Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge 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 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Plymouth Cambridge 2012 Kia Venga
Make Plymouth Kia
Model Cambridge Venga
Year Released 1953 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3569 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 17:01
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1710 kg


 

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