1959 Ford 17M vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17M | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |