1957 Ford 17M vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 28 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, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | 17M | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
