1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 22 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 1970 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1970 Ford 17 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Opti | 17 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |