1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 35 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 338 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, 1994 Rover 200, 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Anglia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
