1968 Ford 17 vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 40 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2008 Kia Picanto, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 17 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
