1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar 3.8 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 1960 Jaguar 3.8. 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | 3.8 | Venga |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 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 | 1448 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |