1968 Ford 17 vs. 1968 Innocenti C
To start off, both 1968 Ford 17 and 1968 Innocenti C were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti C, 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, 1968 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1968 Innocenti C | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | 17 | C |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 28 L |