1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 242 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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
