1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 204 is newer by 13 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 1,128 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 128 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, 1972 Peugeot 204, 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, 1972 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Anglia | 204 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |