1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 236 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |