1993 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
