1978 Ford Capri vs. 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1966 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
