1959 Ford 17M vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17M | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |