1997 Kia Potentia vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 128 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Because 1997 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Potentia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
