1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 1966 Morris 1800 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800, 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, 1966 Morris 1800 (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Anglia | 1800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |