1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Picanto |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |