1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 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 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1020 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 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Anglia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
