1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1279 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, 2007 Kia Sorento, 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2007 Kia Sorento 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. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Anglia | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |