1959 Ford 17M vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17M | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
