1958 Ford 17 vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 41 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, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Rover 400, 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1999 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17 | 400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 79 mm |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |