1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Anglia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2110 mm |
