1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | 17 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
