1976 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 29 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (59 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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, 2005 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
