1959 Ford 17M vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 39 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | 17M | Lantra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |