1975 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1976 Peugeot Peugette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot Peugette (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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, 1975 Ford Capri (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
