1970 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Capri | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
