1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1961 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 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Invicta | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
