1968 Ford 17 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 17 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
