2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
