1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 617 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |