1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Concerto | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
