1958 Ford 17 vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 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, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2001 Honda Accord 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. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
