1975 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 25 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 97 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, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
