1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 892 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, 1997 Buick Riviera, 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
