1996 Rover 600 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 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 600 weights approximately 2 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 600 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 600 | Venga |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1253 kg |