1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 671 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 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 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Caterham | Kia |
Model | C21 | Capital |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |