1968 Ford 17 vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 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 104 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | 17 | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |