1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 196 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Lancia Delta, 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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Anglia | Delta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
