1959 Ford 17M vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Hyena weights approximately 33 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 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17M | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
