1959 Ford 17M vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 42 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 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 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | 17M | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
