1958 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 688 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | 17 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |