1957 Ford 17M vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307.
Because 1957 Ford 17M 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 1957 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307, 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (107 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | 17M | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
