1986 Citroen C vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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, 1986 Citroen C (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
