1990 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 31 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
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, 1990 Audi 100, 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 100 | 17M |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |