1973 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Capri 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 1973 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Joice |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
