1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Venga |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1710 kg |
