1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 611 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Capital |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
