2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 890 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
