1998 Kia Capital vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Capital | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
