1968 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 32 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. Both 1968 Ford 17 and 2000 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
