1968 Ford 17 vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 165 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 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
