1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 53 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1118 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Antara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |