1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 712 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 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Anglia | Zafira |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |