1978 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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, 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2070 mm |
