1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 599 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 2010 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1600 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1343 kg |
