2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 48 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 266 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
