1959 Ford 17M vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 325 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, 1996 Peugeot 605, 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | 17M | 605 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |