1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Smart ForTwo is newer by 45 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Anglia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1820 mm |