1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2011 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto. 2011 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Virage | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 35 L |
