2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 596 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 1992 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Picanto | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
