2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 848 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
