1959 Ford 17M vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | 17M | C3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
