1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2220 mm |
