1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Corona | Picanto |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |