1959 Ford 17M vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Turismo 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 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
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 Plymouth Turismo, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | 17M | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
