1997 Kia Capital vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 16 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 Kia Capital | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Capital | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
