1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Anglia | SS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
