1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1986 Avanti Avanti 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 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Picanto |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |