2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto 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 Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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 Punto, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | 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 | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |