1958 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 47 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 556 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
