1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 592 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 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 1998 Honda S-MX 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. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | S-MX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |