1959 Ford 17M vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 95 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 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17M | 200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |