1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 223 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | B2300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |