1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 30 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 443 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, 1989 Saab 900, 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, 1989 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1989 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Anglia | 900 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |