1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1988 Opel Vectra

To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 382 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ford Anglia 1988 Opel Vectra
Make Ford Opel
Model Anglia Vectra
Year Released 1959 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 738 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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