1959 Ford 17M vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1993 Lotus Elan is newer by 34 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan.
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, 1993 Lotus Elan, 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | 17M | Elan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |