1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 208 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |