1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 669 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 1958 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Anglia | Altima |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |