1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 28 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 142 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Anglia | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |
