1968 Ford 17 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 138 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, 2013 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
