1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 Subaru R2 (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 80 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 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1958 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Anglia | R2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
