1980 Audi Sport vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | 17 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |