1971 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 352 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Today |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
