1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Proton Tiara is newer by 47 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, 2005 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Tiara weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Proton Tiara, 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, 2005 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2005 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Anglia | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
