1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1959 Ford Anglia

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 53 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.

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 Fiat Uno, 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 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 1959 Ford Anglia
Make Fiat Ford
Model Uno Anglia
Year Released 1990 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 808 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2310 mm


 

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