2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Altezza | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Altezza | Capa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |