1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 649 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 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2005 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
