1959 Ford 17M vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena 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 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
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 Fiat Siena, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | 17M | Siena |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
