1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 432 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Anglia | TF |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |