1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 98 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1955 Aston Martin DB2 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 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB2 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |
