1967 Audi Variant vs. 1975 Ford Capri

To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 60 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, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Audi Variant 1975 Ford Capri
Make Audi Ford
Model Variant Capri
Year Released 1967 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2560 mm


 

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