1959 Ford 17M vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 26 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone.
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, 1985 Subaru Leone, 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | 17M | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |