1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 58 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (64 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Thalia weights approximately 260 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, 2011 Renault Thalia, 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, 2011 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2473 mm |
