2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1623 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
