1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 853 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 Volvo C70, 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 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Anglia | C70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |