1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 50 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra 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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Anglia | Tigra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |