2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Strada | Potentia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |