1968 Mini MK II vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 715 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini MK II. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini MK II. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1968 Mini MK II has manual transmission. 1968 Mini MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini MK II | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | MK II | Capital |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
