2008 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 1970 Ford Capri

To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.

Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis, 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, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Trevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.

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2008 Daihatsu Trevis 1970 Ford Capri
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Trevis Capri
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 988 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 83 L