1971 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 418 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Capri | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sportage |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |