2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Because 1985 Pontiac 1000 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 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1985 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Picanto | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
