1959 Ford 17M vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 265 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, 1992 Lancia Thema, 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema 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 Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | 17M | Thema |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |