1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 926 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 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Lincoln | Kia |
Model | Continental | Picanto |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2380 mm |