1975 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 32 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), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 533 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, 2007 Honda FR-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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 2007 Honda FR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Capri FR-V
Year Released 1975 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
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 149 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2690 mm


 

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