2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
