2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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 Fiat Idea (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
