2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 617 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
