1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 602 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 1959 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |