1959 Ford 17M vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17M | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |