2009 Kia Picanto vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
