1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 773 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Anglia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
