1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1003 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 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | B2500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2990 mm |