2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1871 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2005 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Anglia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 75 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |