1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 26 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 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 113 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
