1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1986 Holden Barina is newer by 27 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina.
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, 1986 Holden Barina, 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, 1986 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1986 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Anglia | Barina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2250 mm |