1959 Ford 17M vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 14 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler 160 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | 17M | 160 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
