1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 47 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 951 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, 2006 Volvo S60, 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Anglia | S60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1950 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |