1958 Ford 17 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 265 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 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2002 Toyota Caldina 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. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |