2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Because 1970 Fiat 130 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 1970 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Picanto | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
