1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Fairlane 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 1981 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
