2005 Ford Fusion vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 122 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
