1978 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 454 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
