1998 Kia Capital vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 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 40 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Zastava 1500 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 1978 Zastava 1500. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Kia | Zastava |
Model | Capital | 1500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |