1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Alto is newer by 28 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1986 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1958 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Anglia | Alto |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2180 mm |