1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 1975 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Capri |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |