1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Valiant | Potentia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |