1993 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital 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) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 326 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Capital | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2473 mm |
