1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 59 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1491 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Anglia | Express |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3429 mm |