This High-Revving 1980 Mercury Cosworth Capri Is A True One-Of-One
You could argue that the box-flared Mercury Capri wasn’t the best-looking Fox-body coupe, but you’d be wrong. While the run-of-the-mill Mustang has become a familiar sight at cars shows, drag strips, and road courses since its introduction more than 40 years ago, spotting a four-eyed Capri and its signature fenders makes for a special occasion.
Just a single example of the Mercury Cosworth Capri was built in 1980 to test the viability of a small performance engine that could meet emissions regulations. It uses a 1.6-liter Cosworth BDD four-cylinder fed by twin Weber carbs to produce 186 high-revving horsepower. The dry-sump mill is similar to the racing heart of a Formula Atlantic open-wheel car, detuned slightly for improved street manners.
