1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 407 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 Seat Ibiza, 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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Anglia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |