1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 52 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), 2011 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 343 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, 2011 Fiat Albea, 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, 2011 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Anglia | Albea |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |