2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 680 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picanto | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
