1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 30 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 242 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
