1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Maestro | Capital |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |