1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 913 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Anglia | Zeta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |