1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 44 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 560 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 2002 Mahindra CL 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, 2002 Mahindra CL 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, 2002 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Anglia | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
