1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 1972 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Capri weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cabriolet | Capri |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |