1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 292 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, 1989 Subaru Leone, 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Anglia | Leone |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |