1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l (120 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm). This means 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Micros 3l | 17 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 2710 mm |
