1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 43 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 330 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Fabia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |