1998 Kia Capital vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 34 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Capital | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
