1975 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri.
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 Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sportage |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |