1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 998 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 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
