1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 785 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 Toyota Previa, 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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Previa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |