1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 240 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 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Anglia | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |