1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Mini is newer by 23 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 18 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1982 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1959 Ford Anglia (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1982 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Anglia | Mini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
