1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Ford Capri (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
