1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Ford Capri
To start off, 1973 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 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) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1971 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
