2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
