1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 496 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 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Maverick | Picanto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |