1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 127 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Seat 127.
Because 1958 Ford Anglia 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, 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, 1978 Seat 127 (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Anglia | 127 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
