2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 44 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 323 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
