1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
