1996 Kia Capital vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Maserati Indy 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 1973 Maserati Indy. 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Capital | Indy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
