2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Picanto (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
