1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 527 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 Volvo 850, 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 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Anglia | 850 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |
