1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 301 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Yaris |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1041 kg |