1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 32 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Skoda L weights approximately 148 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1991 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | L |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |