1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Avanti | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2720 mm |
