2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Picanto | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |