1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 57 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 838 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2576 mm |
