1996 Kia Capital vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Capital | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
