1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 732 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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
