1997 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Capital | RIO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
