1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Anglia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |