1996 Kia Capital vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 265 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Capital | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
