2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 47 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 792 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire 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. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
