1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | 17M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
