2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Volvo P 1800 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 1966 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Picanto | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
