1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 283 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 1981 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1981 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1959 Ford Anglia (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
