2006 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 483 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 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 997 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 31 L |
