1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1167 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
