1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1999 Proton Saloon is newer by 46 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Saloon weights approximately 180 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, 1999 Proton Saloon, 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, 1999 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 1999 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Anglia | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
