1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 51 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Visto weights approximately 60 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, 2004 Kia Visto, 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, 2004 Kia Visto (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Anglia | Visto |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |