1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 64 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 661 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Familia | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
