1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 23 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 179 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.
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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
