2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Picanto | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
