2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
