1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 41 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 803 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
