1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 383 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Wartburg | Kia |
| Model | 312 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
