1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 33 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1085 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
