1959 Ford 17M vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17M | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |