1957 Ford 17M vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 48 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, 1957 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | 17M | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
