1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | 17 | Venga |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |