1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1250 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 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Anglia | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |