1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 49 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 437 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, 2007 Ford Fusion, 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ford Anglia 2007 Ford Fusion
Make Ford Ford
Model Anglia Fusion
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 31 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1177 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2490 mm


 

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