2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 694 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Because 1986 Opel Rekord 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 1986 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
