1978 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 21 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Vitz |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |