1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. Both 1966 Ford Corsair and 1993 Kia Capital are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 441 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Capital |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
