2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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 Fiat Panda, 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 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | 17M |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 120 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 935 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |