1975 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 64 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
