1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 420 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
