1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 6 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
