1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 488 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (133 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Anglia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
