1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 1980 Renault 12 is newer by 21 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 12 weights approximately 146 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, 1980 Renault 12, 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, 1980 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1980 Renault 12 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | 12 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |