1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 246 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
