1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 788 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Anglia | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
