1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1958 Ford Anglia

To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 18 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 940 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Bitter Diplomat 1958 Ford Anglia
Make Bitter Ford
Model Diplomat Anglia
Year Released 1976 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 419 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 2150 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2220 mm


 

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