2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1982 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
