2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Picanto | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3080 mm |
