1959 Ford 17M vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz, 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 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17M | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
