1962 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Ford Capri (185 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 1962 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
