2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Picanto (63 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
