1968 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 9 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, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
