1958 Opel Kapitan vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1958 Opel Kapitan 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 1958 Opel Kapitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Opel Kapitan | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Kapitan | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
