1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 47 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 2118 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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
