1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 36 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Spirit | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Spirit | Anglia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |