1963 Skoda 1202 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Skoda 1202 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | 1202 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |