1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 53 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), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 637 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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | RVR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
