1974 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | Exeo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2642 mm |