1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 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 1961 Abarth 600. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
