1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Kia Spectra5
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra5 is newer by 43 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra5. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra5. 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, 2005 Kia Spectra5, 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) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra5. (180 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2005 Kia Spectra5 | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Invicta | Spectra5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
