1997 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto.
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, 1997 Acura Integra (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
