1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | 17M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
