1954 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 410 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1999 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia. 1999 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Anglia | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Anglia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
