1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 780 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
