1984 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 25 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, 1984 Austin Montego (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1984 Austin Montego (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | 17M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
