1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 45 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 355 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Anglia | Lantra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |