1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Kia Picanto

To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto, 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2009 Kia Picanto
Make Buick Kia
Model Riviera Picanto
Year Released 1968 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 193 km/hour 154 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 35 L