2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Picanto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
