2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 995 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Picanto | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
