2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 38 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, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
