2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 206 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 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
