1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 33 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 387 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | 19 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |