1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 13 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Zephyr | Venga |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
