2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 404 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Picanto | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
