2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia.
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 HHR, 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 HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2007 Chevrolet HHR 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. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
