1975 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Capri | Ducato |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3460 mm |