1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 26 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
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, 1985 Ford Tempo, 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Tempo | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Tempo | 17M |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |