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Ford Capri Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1969–1974) — First Generation

The first-generation Ford Capri delivers sporty coupe style with a focus on driver engagement. Its range of gasoline engines and transmissions offered buyers a balance of performance and everyday usability, establishing the Capri as an accessible European performance car.

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Ford Capri Engines and Transmissions

The Ford Capri engine lineup emphasizes simplicity and driver involvement. A 1.7-liter gasoline unit was available with either a manual or automatic transmission, while a larger 2.3-liter option came paired with an automatic. All examples send power to the rear wheels, reinforcing the coupe's sporty character and balanced handling.

Coupe — Ford Capri Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Ford Capri Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1294 cm³55 hp40 kW90 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1294 cm³59 hp43 kW97 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1298 cm³52 hp38 kW90 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1298 cm³64 hp47 kW87 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1305 cm³50 hp37 kW93 N⋅mManualRWD
1.5 MTGasoline1498 cm³60 hp44 kW112 N⋅mManualRWD
1.5 ATGasoline1498 cm³60 hp44 kW112 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.5 MTGasoline1498 cm³65 hp48 kW115 N⋅mManualRWD
1.5 ATGasoline1498 cm³65 hp48 kW115 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1593 cm³72 hp53 kW118 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 ATGasoline1593 cm³72 hp53 kW118 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1593 cm³88 hp65 kW125 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 ATGasoline1593 cm³88 hp65 kW125 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1599 cm³64 hp47 kW116 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 ATGasoline1599 cm³64 hp47 kW116 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.6 MTGasoline1599 cm³82 hp60 kW125 N⋅mManualRWD
1.6 ATGasoline1599 cm³82 hp60 kW125 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.7 MTGasoline1699 cm³75 hp55 kW128 N⋅mManualRWD
1.7 ATGasoline1699 cm³75 hp55 kW127 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1996 cm³93 hp68 kW140 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1996 cm³93 hp68 kW140 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³85 hp63 kW148 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³85 hp63 kW148 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³90 hp66 kW152 N⋅mManualRWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³90 hp66 kW152 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.3 MTGasoline2294 cm³108 hp79 kW181 N⋅mManualRWD
2.3 ATGasoline2294 cm³108 hp79 kW181 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.3 MTGasoline2294 cm³125 hp92 kW183 N⋅mManualRWD
2.3 MTGasoline2294 cm³180 hp132 kW224 N⋅mManualRWD
2.6 MTGasoline2550 cm³125 hp92 kW201 N⋅mManualRWD
2.6 ATGasoline2550 cm³125 hp92 kW201 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
2.6 MTGasoline2550 cm³207 hp152 kW261 N⋅mManualRWD
2.6 MTGasoline2637 cm³150 hp110 kW224 N⋅mManualRWD
3.0 MTGasoline2994 cm³128 hp94 kW235 N⋅mManualRWD
3.0 ATGasoline2994 cm³128 hp94 kW235 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
3.0 MTGasoline2994 cm³140 hp103 kW235 N⋅mManualRWD
3.0 ATGasoline2994 cm³140 hp103 kW235 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
3.1 MTGasoline3098 cm³148 hp109 kW260 N⋅mManualRWD

Ford Capri Dimensions

Coupe — Ford Capri Dimensions

Coupe Ford Capri Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weight
1.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm960 kgNot provided
1.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm960 kg1300 kg
1.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm888 kg1250 kg
1.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm905 kg1265 kg
1.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm975 kgNot provided
1.5 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm975 kg1310 kg
1.5 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm995 kg1310 kg
1.5 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm975 kg1310 kg
1.5 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm995 kg1310 kg
1.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm960 kg1325 kg
1.6 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm975 kg1325 kg
1.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm960 kg1325 kg
1.6 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm995 kg1325 kg
1.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm910 kg1280 kg
1.6 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm930 kg1280 kg
1.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm920 kg1285 kg
1.6 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm940 kg1285 kg
1.7 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm980 kg1315 kg
1.7 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1000 kg1315 kg
2.0 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm965 kg1345 kg
2.0 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm985 kg1345 kg
2.0 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1050 kg1365 kg
2.0 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1030 kg1365 kg
2.0 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1030 kg1365 kg
2.0 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1050 kg1365 kg
2.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1040 kg1375 kg
2.3 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1060 kg1375 kg
2.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1040 kg1375 kg
2.3 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1050 kg1375 kg
2.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1040 kg1375 kg
2.6 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1060 kg1375 kg
2.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1060 kg1375 kg
2.6 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1020 kg1375 kg
3.0 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1080 kg1460 kg
3.0 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1100 kg1460 kg
3.0 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1100 kg1430 kg
3.0 AT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1100 kg1430 kg
3.1 MT4262 mm1645 mm1330 mm2560 mm1050 kgNot provided

Ford Capri Cargo Space

Coupe — Ford Capri Cargo Space

Coupe Ford Capri Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
1.3 MT232 l
1.3 MT232 l
1.3 MT232 l
1.3 MT232 l
1.3 MT232 l
1.5 MT232 l
1.5 AT232 l
1.5 MT232 l
1.5 AT232 l
1.6 MT232 l
1.6 AT232 l
1.6 MT232 l
1.6 AT232 l
1.6 MT232 l
1.6 AT232 l
1.6 MT232 l
1.6 AT232 l
1.7 MT232 l
1.7 AT232 l
2.0 MT232 l
2.0 AT232 l
2.0 AT232 l
2.0 MT232 l
2.0 MT232 l
2.0 AT232 l
2.3 MT232 l
2.3 AT232 l
2.3 MT232 l
2.3 MT232 l
2.6 MT232 l
2.6 AT232 l
2.6 MT232 l
2.6 MT232 l
3.0 MT232 l
3.0 AT232 l
3.0 MT232 l
3.0 AT232 l
3.1 MT232 l