2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 924 weights approximately 251 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 1980 Porsche 924 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 1980 Porsche 924. 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Picanto | 924 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| 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 | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
