1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 576 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | Seven | Capital |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
