1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 713 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 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Astra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 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 | 737 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |