1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
