1959 Ford 17M vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 315 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | 17M | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |