1993 Kia Capital vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 19 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1993 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1993 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Capital | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
