1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 282 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 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Anglia | Accent |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |