2000 Kia Potentia vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 Kia Potentia. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Potentia | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
Model | Potentia | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |