1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 49 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 192 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, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2008 Fiat 500 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. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Anglia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
