1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 34 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 242 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.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Bigua | Anglia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |