2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 964 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
