1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 41 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 810 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 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, 1994 Honda Legend, 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 1994 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | Legend |
Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |