1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 9 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Datsun 1800 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Datsun | Ford |
Model | 1800 | 17M |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |