1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital, 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Celica | Capital |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |