2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Kia Potentia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 2001 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 147 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |