1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124.
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, 1973 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
