2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 923 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Picanto | Fuego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |