1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1267 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 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3050 mm |
