1975 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma, 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, 2002 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
