1959 Ford 17M vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17M | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
