1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1750 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
