1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Sprint | Capri |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |