1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 262 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 Volvo 480, 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 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Anglia | 480 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |