1958 Ford 17 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
