1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 25 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 274 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 610 | 17 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |