1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 43 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Capri | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
