1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Capital |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
