1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 297 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, 1984 Ford Tempo, 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Tempo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |