1967 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 1967 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17 | Vitz |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |