1974 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Visto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1469 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
