1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Anglia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 93 L |
