1978 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2002 Kia Pregio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Pregio (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pregio weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pregio, 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, 2002 Kia Pregio (175 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2002 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
