1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 35 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 739 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 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
