1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 133 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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capri | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2479 mm |
