1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 596 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Anglia | Caliber |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |