1955 Ford Anglia vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 855 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Anglia | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
