1959 Ford 17M vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 30 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 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17M | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
