1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (63 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 323 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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 Skoda Felicia (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Felicia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |