1959 Ford 17M vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | 17M | Strada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |