1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 762 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | Lancer |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
