2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 22 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 8C Competizione | Capri |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |