1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault Rodeo (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 1981 Renault Rodeo.
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 Renault Rodeo, 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 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1981 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |