1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 50 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1118 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 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2009 Holden Captiva 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. 2009 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Anglia | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
