2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 44 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 807 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
