1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Volvo 440 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 282 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 Volvo 440, 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 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Anglia | 440 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |