1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
