1998 Proton Tiara vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 Proton Tiara. 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, 2010 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton Tiara | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Proton | Kia |
| Model | Tiara | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
