1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Invicta | Rio |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |