1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 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, 1974 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
