1991 Renault Express vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Express | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
