1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 264 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
