1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 53 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 316 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, 2006 Suzuki Swift, 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, 2006 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Anglia | Swift |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
