1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Kia Picanto

To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2005 Kia Picanto
Make Citroen Kia
Model Visa Picanto
Year Released 1986 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 154 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2380 mm


 

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