1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 570 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, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |