1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 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 1981 Ferrari 308. 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 308 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |
