1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 585 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, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Astra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |