1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1970 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1970 Ford 17 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | X1-9 | 17 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 87 L |