1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 40 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 522 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Familia | Capital |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
