1959 Ford 17M vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 150 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 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | 17M | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
