1959 Ford 17M vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1972 Lancia 2000 is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Lancia 2000, 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, 1972 Lancia 2000 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17M | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
