1958 Ford 17 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | 17 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
