1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 618 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 313 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2012 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Lotec | Kia |
Model | Testa de Oro | Venga |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1591 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1343 kg |