1959 Ford 17M vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 1974 Holden Belmont 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. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 17M | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
