1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 249 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | BRZ |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1259 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |