1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia.
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, 1982 Opel Corsa, 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
