1958 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 53 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | 17 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |