1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 51 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), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 244 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, 2009 Ford Bantam, 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
