2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | 17 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |