1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 473 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (118 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |