1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 44 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 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | 17 | Cube |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |