1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 627 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 1959 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (310 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
