1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 49 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia.
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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Anglia | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Anglia | Accent |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |