1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1977 Renault 14 is newer by 18 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 14 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, 1977 Renault 14, 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, 1977 Renault 14 (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1977 Renault 14 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | 14 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1218 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |