1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 592 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 Saturn ION, 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 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Anglia | ION |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 49 L |