1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 21 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 153 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 1959 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Anglia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |