1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 900 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 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3100 mm |
