1957 Ford 17M vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford 17M | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17M | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |