1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 54 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 702 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Anglia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
