2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 151 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | 17M |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |