2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1831 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |