2009 Kia Picanto vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 398 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 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Picanto | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
