1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 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 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (220 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | 62 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
