1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 36 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 860 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, 1994 Infiniti J30, 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 1994 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Anglia | J30 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
