1968 Ford 17 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 154 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
