1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 77 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Potentia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |