2002 Kia Potentia vs. 1975 Audi Fox

To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 553 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox, 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, 2002 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.

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2002 Kia Potentia 1975 Audi Fox
Make Kia Audi
Model Potentia Fox
Year Released 2002 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 912 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2550 mm