1959 Ford 17M vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 525 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 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | 17M | A4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |