1959 Ford 17M vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1961 Steyr 700C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | 17M | 700C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1950 mm |