1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 38 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 984 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 1996 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
