1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 390 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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia. 2007 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
