1984 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Seat 600

To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 655 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ford Capri 1967 Seat 600
Make Ford Seat
Model Capri 600
Year Released 1984 1967
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2790 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 48 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2010 mm


 

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