1959 Ford 17M vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 65 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 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | 17M | Samurai |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |