1975 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Zeta |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |