1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Anglia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
