1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 354 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1970 AMC Ambassador 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 1970 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Ambassador | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
