1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 53 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 538 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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Astra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |