1957 Ford 17M vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 43 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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 17M | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
