1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 54 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 250 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, 2007 Nissan Micra, 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Micra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
