1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 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 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 67 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
