1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 54 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 645 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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | 3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |