2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1617 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |
