1959 Ford 17M vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1968 Saab 99 is newer by 9 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 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Saab 99.
Because 1959 Ford 17M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1968 Saab 99 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | 17M | 99 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |