1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia.
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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Potentia | P4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |