2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 40 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
