1998 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 15 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Capital | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |