1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia.
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 Pontiac G5, 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 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Anglia | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Anglia | G5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
