1999 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1999 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Capa | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capa | Spark |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
