1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 2600 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
