1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Potentia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
