1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 43 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 952 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
