1978 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 34 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Capri | Croma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |