1968 Ford 17 vs. 1966 Seat 1500
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Seat 1500 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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 | 1966 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | 17 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
