1975 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Picanto (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
