1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 470 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405.
Because 1954 Bristol 405 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 1954 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 405 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | 405 | Venga |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |