1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 153 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800.
Because 1963 BMW 1800 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 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 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 | 1100 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
