1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 27 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Capri | Fifties |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |