1959 Ford 17M vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar 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 1986 Ford Telstar.
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, 1986 Ford Telstar, 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 1986 Ford Telstar 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. 1986 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17M | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
