2008 Kia Cerato vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 299 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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, 2008 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Cerato | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
