1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 287 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 1750 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
