2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Picanto (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Picanto | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |