1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | 17M |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |