1998 Honda Capa vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 1998 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Capa | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Capa | Visto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
