1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 895 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 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia. 2007 Peugeot 607 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 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Anglia | 607 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
