2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 Porsche 930 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 1976 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Picasso | 930 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
