1997 Kia Capital vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Capital | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |