1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 800 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | 17 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
