2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
