1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | 17M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
