1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Venga |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 48 L |
