1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Anglia | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |