1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 348 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 60 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 1122 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |