2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | 17M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
| 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 | 1435 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
