1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 22 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 393 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega 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. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Anglia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
