1976 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Capri | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Berlina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 229 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |