1959 Ford 17M vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 196 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 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, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | 17M | i30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
