2012 Tata Indigo vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo 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:
| 2012 Tata Indigo | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Tata | Kia |
| Model | Indigo | Capital |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
