2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Kia | Buick |
Model | Picanto | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |