1997 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 182 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Capital | Fit |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2499 mm |