1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 668 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. 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 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 48 L |
