1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 577 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ferrari 400 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 1977 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 48 L |
