1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 48 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 112 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, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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, 2007 Kia Picanto (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Anglia | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
