1987 Ford Probe vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 28 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 513 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 1959 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Probe | Anglia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |