1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Anglia | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2776 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
