1986 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Astra (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 33 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra.
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 Holden Astra (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Astra | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
