1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 60 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1444 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 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
