1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.
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. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 179 | Capri |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1105 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |