1957 Ford 17M vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 31 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17M | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
