1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 363 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 2010 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Cabriolet 2010 Kia Venga
Make Fiat Kia
Model Cabriolet Venga
Year Released 1966 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 48 L


 

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