2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 684 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picanto | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2350 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 | 99 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 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 |
