2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 367 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios, 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
