1970 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 188 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Avella |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
