1969 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Almera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1999 Nissan Almera, 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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1999 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Almera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |