1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1998 Ford Galaxy is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 939 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, 1998 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, 1998 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1679 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 |