2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Picanto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
