1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 52 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), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 492 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 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Anglia | SX4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |