1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 12 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 234 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 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | 17 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
