1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 47 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), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 830 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Anglia | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4100 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
