1978 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Capri | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
