1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Opel Astra

To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 528 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 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, 2007 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2007 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ford Anglia 2007 Opel Astra
Make Ford Opel
Model Anglia Astra
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 737 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 52 L


 

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