1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 1972 Ford Capri is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Capri weights approximately 235 kg more than 1953 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, 1972 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 1972 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Capri |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |