1998 Kia Capital vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Capital | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
