2009 Kia Picanto vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 64 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Picanto | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 929 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |