1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 2002 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | 1300 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |