1959 Ford 17M vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 31 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, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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, 1990 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | 17M | 309 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 850 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 |