1955 Ford Anglia vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 180 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 1955 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 1955 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Anglia | Samara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
