1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2008 Mercury Sable 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. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Anglia | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |