1972 Fiat X1-9 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 X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | X1-9 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
