1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota iQ weights approximately 123 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, 2009 Toyota iQ, 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | iQ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 32 L |
