1988 Citroen Visa 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 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 128 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. 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, 2011 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2011 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa 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 Citroen Visa | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
