1959 Ford 17M vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 105 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | 17M | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |