1957 Ford 17M vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 625 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 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17M | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
