1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 755 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 125 F1 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
