1997 Kia Capital vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Capital | 147 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
