1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1097 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |