1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Capri |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |