2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1967 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 565 kg more than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Sport 800 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 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 1967 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |