2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2300 mm |
