1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 42 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aspire weights approximately 190 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, 1995 Ford Aspire, 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, 1995 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Aspire |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |