1980 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1980 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1958 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Anglia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2220 mm |