1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 35 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 106 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, 2013 Kia RIO, 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | RIO |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |