1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1998 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
