1958 Ford 17 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (149 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
