1959 Ford 17M vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 29 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, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | 17M | Integra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
