1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 342 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |