1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 59 L |
