1958 Ford 17 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | 17 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |