1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 13 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1979 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cinquecento | Capri |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |