2009 Kia Picanto vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
