1996 Kia Capital vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Capital | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
