1967 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 536 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |