1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 21 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Anglia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Anglia | Mini |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2050 mm |
