1996 Renault Spider vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1996 Renault Spider 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 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Spider | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
