1959 Ford 17M vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 25 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, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 140 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17M | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
