1979 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Capri | Sedici |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |