1959 Ford 17M vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | 17M | Sportage |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |