1969 Opel GT vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 23 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 1969 Opel GT 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 1969 Opel GT. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel GT | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | GT | Venga |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1100 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |