1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 44 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 565 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 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Anglia | CL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |