1998 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Capital 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Capital | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
