1959 Ford 17M vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 46 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, 2005 Opel Agila (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila.
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, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2005 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | 17M | Agila |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
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 | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |