1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 677 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta 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 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Invicta | Cerato |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |