2000 Kia Potentia vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 2000 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Potentia | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Potentia | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |