1969 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1973 Audi Fox is newer by 4 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 63 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox.
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, 1973 Audi Fox, 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 (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Capri | Fox |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
