1969 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 41 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 469 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
