1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 332 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1070 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |