1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 832 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Anglia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |