1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 40 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 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, 2009 Honda HR-V, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | HR-V |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |