1959 Ford 17M vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1959 Ford 17M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M.
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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | 17M | M20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |