1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 593 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
