1982 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Cortina 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 1982 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Cortina | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
