1990 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX, 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, 1959 Ford Anglia (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 722 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |
