1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1714 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 Ford Edge, 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 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2010 Ford Edge 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. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Edge |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 132 L |
