1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 AC 427 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 1965 AC 427. 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | 427 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 48 L |
