1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 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 66 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Peugeot 404 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 404 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |