1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1164 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Anglia | Rexton |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |