1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Capri |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 41 L |
