1979 Ford Capri vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri.
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 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1969 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | MGC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
