1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 642 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 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Anglia | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
