1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 38 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Applause | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
