1970 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1972 Morris 1800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morris 1800 (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris 1800 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800, 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, 1972 Morris 1800 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Capri | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
