1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 82 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, 1973 Austin Allegro, 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1973 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Ford | Austin |
| Model | Anglia | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |
