1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 341 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Italdesign Nazca 2009 Kia Venga
Make Italdesign Kia
Model Nazca Venga
Year Released 1994 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 297 km/hour 178 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1002 kg 1343 kg


 

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