1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 29 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1140 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.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | G |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
