2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
