1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 49 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 439 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, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |