1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 830 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Anglia | ATS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2776 mm |
