1998 Kia Capital vs. 1966 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 695 kg more than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 ZAZ Jalta 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 1966 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1966 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Kia | ZAZ |
| Model | Capital | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
