2003 Ford Puma vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Puma weights approximately 301 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, 2003 Ford Puma, 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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
