1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 905 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
