1959 Ford 17M vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 51 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | 17M | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |