1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1995 Fiat Tempra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1995 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Capri |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
