2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1977 Ford 2000 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 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
