1969 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
