1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento (41 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
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 Fiat Cinquecento, 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) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Cinquecento | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
