1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Potentia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |