1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1959 Ford Anglia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 2 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Mondial | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 737 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
