1959 Ford 17M vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Rover 200.
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, 1999 Rover 200, 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, 1999 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | 17M | 200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |