1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 354 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | 17M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
