1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 645 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 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Anglia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
