1967 Audi Variant vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 11 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, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 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 1978 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Variant | Capri |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |