1957 Ford 17M vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 55 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 17M | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
