2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 46 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Aveo | 17M |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 1070 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |