1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 336 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
