1958 Ford 17 vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II.
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 Lada Samara II, 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | 17 | Samara II |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |