1958 Ford 17 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Because 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
