2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 866 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
