1954 Ford Anglia vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100, 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, 1976 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Anglia | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Anglia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
