1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | 17M |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
