1983 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Accord weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 1983 Honda Accord (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
