1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 1968 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1968 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1968 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Elan | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Elan | Capital |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |