1959 Ford 17M vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Subaru Coupe 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 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Because 1959 Ford 17M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe. 1981 Subaru Coupe 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. 1981 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | 17M | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
