1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 315 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, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
