1959 Ford 17M vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Xedos 6, 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 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | 17M | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
