1975 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 472 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
