1998 Kia Capital vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 51 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 570 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Capital | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |