1997 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Capital | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
