1969 Ford 17 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |