1991 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 502 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, 1991 Audi 80, 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, 1991 Audi 80 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
