1998 Kia Potentia vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 845 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
Make | Kia | NSU |
Model | Potentia | 1000 LS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 66.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |