1959 Ford 17M vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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 Peugeot 309, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | 17M | 309 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |