1957 Ford 17M vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 51 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, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 2008 Kia Rio, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 17M | Rio |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
