1969 Ford 17 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 35 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 125 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | 17 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
