2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1972 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
