1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 635 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 Mondeo, 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 Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |